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ESC United: Eurovision Know-It-Alls Podcast

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Join Matt and Adam as they share the latest news about the Eurovision Song Contest and discuss current events, rumors and controversies. This is a great resource for any fan or those who want to learn more about the contest.
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Israel's Hosting Situation Part 2

A few more details have emerged when it comes to Israel hosting the Eurovision Song Contest 2019. Are we going to Jerusalem or Tel Aviv next year?

Jun 20, 2018•16 min

Israel's Hosting Situation

Is Israel going to host the Eurovision Song Contest 2019? It appears that there are multiple hurdles that they need to overcome first.

May 23, 2018•16 min

The NeverEnding Story of Russia and Ukraine

In today’s ESC United Know-it-Alls podcast, the ESC United team is sharin their thoughts on Yulia Samoylova's ban from entering Ukraine. The situation is quite sticky and emotions run high on all sides. Matt and Zack are reviewing the facts that are known to us and share their thoughts on what's happening between Russia and Ukraine at the 2017 Eurovision Cong Contest to be held in Kyiv. We understand that there is a healthy amount of subjectivity and our intent is to be very respectful towards a...

Mar 29, 2017•1 hr 4 min

Slovenia, Denmark, Latvia and Ukraine - Your Favorites announced

In this podcast, we are going to announce our readers' favorites in Slovenia, Denmark, Ukraine and Latvia. It's going to be a busy weekend with 5 Grand Finals and an additional six Semi Shows. Who will receive the official ESC United endorsement? The results are in and this is how you have voted.

Feb 23, 2017•27 min

Malta: What is our favorite song?

In this podcast, the ESC United team is reviewing and dissecting the 16 songs from the Maltese National Final. Who will end up on top? The panel and our readers ranked the songs and one of them is going to receive our endorsement.

Feb 12, 2017•1 hr 13 min

Spain: What is our favorite song?

In this episode, the Spanish songs are being reviewed and judged by our readers and the ESC United team. We will also rank them and crown a winner. In addition, there are some bad news as far as the sale of Eurovision tickets are concerned.

Feb 09, 2017•34 min

Celebrate Diversity: New Slogan and Review of the Swiss Songs

In this podcast, the ESC Panel is reviewing the six entries from Switzerland "Die Entscheidungsshow" and rank them accordingly. This also includes our reader's poll results. In addition, the EBU and NTU revealed the slogan and Logo for this year's contest.

Feb 02, 2017•1 hr 6 min

United Kingdom: Song Review and Brexit talk

In this podcast, the ESC United Panel is reviewing and Ranking all six entries in the National selection for United Kingdom and rank them accordingly. We are also discussing Brexit and if the UK's decision to leave the European Union could have an impact as far as Eurovision is concerned.

Jan 26, 2017•1 hr 19 min

Review: Georgia National Final - Song Review and Ranking

In this podcast, the ESC United Panel is reviewing and Ranking all 25 entries in the National selection for Georgia. In addition to Matt, Zach and Calvin's vote, the reader of ESC United also voted for their favorites. Find out who ended up on top.

Jan 19, 2017•1 hr 39 min

Review: Belarus National Final - Song Review and Ranking

In this podcast, the ESC United Panel is reviewing and Ranking all 13 entries in the National selection for Belarus. In addition to Matt, Zach and Calvin's vote, the reader of ESC United also voted for their favorites. Find out who ended up on top.

Jan 19, 2017•1 hr 7 min

Ireland's act, Host city controversies and a new ESC United

Russian army choir - Eurovision 2009 interval act - loses 64 members in plane crash tragedy. Albania chooses Lindita and her song " Botë ". Armenia selects Artsvik for Eurovision after marathon national selection. Eurovision in Concert tickets will go on sale very soon.

Dec 18, 2016•18 min

Dissecting the New Eurovision voting system

The EBU & Swedish Broadcaster SVT have announced that for the first time in over 40 years, there are going to be changes made to the voting system that we all hold so dear. We give you a quick breakdown and then respond to your comments and answer your questions.

Feb 19, 2016•38 min

Austria, Denmark and Switzerland have chosen

It was a busy week in Eurovision land. Several countries have chosen their entries and a lot of Semi Finals happened this week as well. Austria, Denmark and Switzerland all have a song for Stockholm. Then the following countries are a little closer to picking their entry: Sweden, Hungary, Finland, Ukraine, Iceland and Lithuania.

Feb 14, 2016•32 min

Four Semi Finals and two more Heats, the busy Eurovision Season

In this Podcast, we are showing you which songs have qualified from their respective Semis or Heats. We included snippets to give you a teaser, make sure to check them out online. The following countries broadcasted a show: 1. Sweden 2. Finland 3. Iceland 4. Ukraine 5. Hungary 6. Lithuania

Feb 07, 2016•28 min

Nicky Byrne for Ireland, Serhat for San Marino and Oscar news

In this Podcast, Matt, Sadie and Jake are discussing the following topics: - Nicky Byrne for Ireland - Serhat for San Marino - EBU & Poland drama but they're still in - Celine Dion's husband and brother pass away - German NF participants revealed - Belgian NF taking place tonight - ESC Winner at the Oscars

Jan 17, 2016•49 min

Is it Nicky Byrne for Ireland, Slovenia is back with EMA and the Danish songs have leaked

In this Podcast, Matt, Sadie and Jake are discussing the following topics: - Nicky Byrne (Westlife) for Ireland?!? - First Lithuian show, results and details - Slovenia is back with EMA 2016 and some familiar names - San Marino will announce the artists soon - Eurovision venues announced, what to do when you're in Stockholm - Serbia artists rumors continue - Ukraine will probably have a NF - Danish songs leaked......again

Jan 10, 2016•55 min

Eurovision Know-It-Alls: Eneda Tarifa for Albania, the British NF and the Maltese entries

In this Podcast, Matt, Sadie and Jake are discussing the Albananian entry. We have more information on the National Final situation in the United Kingdom and the Maltese broadcasters has published the 20 songs in the running. More returning artist popping up everywhere, who are they? Is there a chance that Delta Goodrem is going to represent Australia?

Jan 04, 2016•1 hr 12 min

Lebanon in Eurovision and somebody at the EBU was fired - ESC United Podcast

We are joined by Roman (RomanfromRussia) discussing the latest news and updates. Today's topics: - Lebanon in Eurovision?!? - Somebody at the EBU was fired, what happened? - Belarus is making changes to their National Final - 100% televote - Foreign singers and songwriters, thumbs up or down? - Hungary is back with Al Dal

Oct 24, 2015•44 min
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